International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
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Corpack was recently given the opportunity to redesign the BEYU nail lacquer unit.The new BEYU nail lacquer has a more distinct form with a more up-dated outline. The slim, cylindrical form of the cap, allows for a more ergonomic grip which supports a cleaner, more comfortable application. At the same time, the straight form of … Read more
Rexam PLC, the global consumer packaging company, announces the proposed sale of its Personal Care business for a total of $709m in cash (£452m at current exchange rates). The business is being sold in two parts: the Cosmetics, Toiletries and Household care products business (CTH) and the High Barrier Food packaging business (HBF). An affiliate … Read more
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Apollo’s Silicone Brush Pump from Quadpack transforms your formula into a luxurious, soft-textured foam, that spreads easily onto the skin by way of a smooth silicone applicator. Forget creams, lotions or wipes – for deep cleansing treatments, there’s nothing like foam. Apollo’s Silicone Brush Pump from international cosmetics packaging provider Quadpack transforms your formula into … Read more
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A classic, yet up-scale appeal is conveyed by Alcina in the use of this square lipgloss unit. Held in black, the graphics stand out in vivid contrast to the product that shines thru the thick-walled bottle.The cap style and color are continued on thru the entire unit to give it an overall elegant visualization. This … Read more
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The 9th edition of PCD congress will be held on Feb. 6th and 7th 2013 in the Espace Champerret in Paris, France. Sustainability remains the guiding line for perfums and cosmetics packaging. More specifically, in the conferences, the organizers of PCD will focus on the following aspects: Biosourced plastics and "renewable" materials Finishing by means … Read more
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PCD 8th edition was held for the very first time at the Espace Champerret in Paris, along with Aerosol & Dispening Forum (ADF). Some 100 suppliers of packaging, dispensing systems, services and technologies for perfumes and cosmetics presented their innovations to 2,430 attendees from 43 countries, in a very relaxed, user-friendly setting. Everyone underscored how … Read more
The popularity of airless packaging continues to grow, as does its versatility and range of applications. A few interesting examples in COSSMA 5/2012 give an idea of just how extensive the possibilities are. photo: Quadpack
The numerous different new ideas at the exhibition included new application and presentation formats, new designs and ideas for decoration, but also new concepts to meet specific regional requirements. Read more in the May issue of COSSMA magazine. photo: Albea
Albéa has acquired the company Zhongshan Meiquan Plastic Products Co Ltd belonging to the TEX R.L. group. Better known under the name TEX China, the company manufactures packaging for the cosmetics and perfumery sectors. Located in Guangdong Province in China, TEX China has 700 employees and 3 factories specializing in the production of mascara, lip … Read more
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Checking the concentration of cleaning agents on site or determining the right time for additional dosage of surfactants in the electroplating bath: this is the domain of the BP50. Mobile and independent of the mains, easy to use, and still a powerful measuring instrument for dynamic surface tension. Checking the surfactant content on siteSurfactants as … Read more
At the Aerosol Forum, Tubex were recognised for their environmentally friendly internal lacquering system. With this special inner lacquer a powder coating with increased mechanical strength and free from solvents is achieved. Beiersdorf, for example, have progressively switched the majority of their Tubex cans to the powder-based internal lacquer system. photo: Tubex
Paul France, Vice President Open Innovation at MeadWestVaco (MWV) explains how “Open Innovation” and “Crowd Sourcing” changed the innovation process.
Tube manufacturers in Europe were able to post further production gains in 2011 even though they had already reported an all-time high the previous year. Members of the European tube manufacturers association, Etma, produced about 10.7 billion tubes during the year and were once again well above the magic 10-billion mark. The sector managed to … Read more
Visit the Leading Showcase for Luxury Product Packaging in America on May 16-17, 2012!Essential for inspiration and product development, over 140 of the World’s Foremost Manufacturers from all sectors : Bags, Bottles, Boxes/Cartons, Caps, Collars, Cosmetic Accessories, Decoration/Finishes,Design, Dispensers/Pumps/Sprayers/Valves, Jars/Containers, Labels, POP Displays, Raw Materials, Ribbons, and More… will welcome you to celebrate the 10th … Read more
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The cylindrical airless dispenser „PAN“, belonging to DieterBakicEnterprises’ standard program is available in the sizes 50ml, 30ml, 25ml and 15ml. They offer not only a profound technology but also a very high level of evacuation. Almost no leftover product! Moreover, in comparison to competing airless dispensers there are a multitude of decoration techniques possible. The two-part … Read more
From the 9th to the 12th of March packaging manufacturers will be showing, in halls 19 and 20 at Cosmopack, just what interesting product creations they are capable of. photo: Dieter Bakic
3i and funds managed by 3i have agreed to acquire a majority stake in Geka, a manufacturer of brushes, applicators and comprehensive packaging systems for the cosmetics industry from Halder, an investor focused on medium-sized businesses. 3i is an international investor focused on private equity, infrastructure and debt management. The acquisition price is not being … Read more
Following a strategic review of Rexam’s our Personal Care business, which includes the High Barrier food container operation, the board recently decided that, given our focus on returns, it should be marketed actively for divestment in its entirety. We also believe that this will improve the range of projects in which we can invest in … Read more
MeadWestvaco Corp. announced the startup of its’ expanded production capacity for the Melodie fragrance pump in the company’s Barcelona, Spain facility. With a multi-million Euro capital investment committed in 2011, MWV is doubling the plant’s capacity for the low profile Melodie pump. The company officially inaugurated the production line startup on Tuesday, January 31, during … Read more
International Workshop Dispersion Analysis organized by LUM in Berlin from 1-2 March Nanoparticles and convenience goods, having nothing in common at first sight, are subject to the same physical principles with respect to the characterization of their separation behaviour during production, storage and application. Magnetic particles or carbon nanotubes are not stored and applied as … Read more